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FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 Franking Machine Review

December 7, 2014

FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 Franking Machine Review

The FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 is a low to mid-volume franking machine that franks up to 45 letters per minute, or around 2700 letters per hour, making it suitable for businesses sending up to around 300 items per day. It is Mailmark and Smart Meter ready, with a 4.7 inch colour touch screen and an integrated weighing scale as standard.

FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 Franking Machine

FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 Franking Machine Review

A franking machine should be easy to use, and the FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 is just that. You can benefit from a 4.7 inch colour touch screen and get through the franking process with ease. The Qi4 was developed to help customers frank with just a click of a button, so you are only one click away from accurate and easy franking.

Customisable advertising messages are available as standard with the Postbase Qi4, allowing every letter and mail item to carry a personalised message. Attract your customers with clear messages and help increase your brand awareness. A digital high-speed LAN connection is also available, giving you fast download speeds and quick software updates.

Never over or under pay for your mail again, as an integrated weighing scale is included as standard with this franking machine. Use a 3 kg scale and accurately price your mail. Other features that come with the Postbase Qi4 include the latest Mailmark and Smart Meter technologies, up to 10 departmental accounts, a label dispenser and a differential weighing option.

Mailcoms supplies ink and consumables for the FP Mailing Postbase Qi4, and offers franking cartridge recycling and refilling.

View our range of FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 franking machine supplies here.

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Postbase Qi4 Specifications

View the specifications of the FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 franking machine below.

  • Speed: 45 LPM
  • Speed per hour: 2700 LPH
  • Feeding System: Automatic Feeding
  • Weigh Platform: 3, 5, 7 or 30 Kg scales
  • Max. Envelope thickness: 10mm
  • Connectivity: LAN
  • Colour Choices: Blue, Red, Silver, Black, Gold
  • Adverts: 20
  • Departmental Accounts: 10 as standard
  • Colour Touch Screen: Yes, 4.7 inch
  • Navigator Plus Software: Optional
  • Differential Weighing: Optional
  • Letter Sealer: Optional
  • Label Dispenser: Standard
  • PIN Protection: Yes
  • Letter Tray: Yes
  • Smart Meter Enabled: Yes
  • Mailmark Compatible: Yes

The Postbase Qi4 franking machine is supplied by FP Mailing. If you would like a franking machine similar to this model then view our range of franking machines here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many letters can the FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 frank per minute?

The Postbase Qi4 franks up to 45 letters per minute, or around 2700 letters per hour, making it suitable for businesses sending up to around 300 items per day.

Is the FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 Mailmark compatible?

Yes. The Postbase Qi4 is Mailmark compatible and Smart Meter enabled, so you can frank using Royal Mail’s Mailmark barcode standard and access its best franking rates.

Does Mailcoms supply ink for the FP Mailing Postbase Qi4?

Yes. Mailcoms supplies ink, labels and consumables for the FP Mailing Postbase Qi4 and offers franking cartridge recycling and refilling.


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